Bummer! As if you didn't have enough loss in your life to contend with. At least you say you will stay in touch with your colleague, but she will leave a big void at the office after so many years of service.

I haven´t yet tried Ambre Sultan. ... so can´t say anything about it. These days I feel my dad needs me by his side but alas, we live far from each other, so i can only see him once every week. we speak on the phone but it´s not the same.

Hi Vintage Lady - it's so hard to be far apart from a parent when you feel they need you! I wish I was closer to my dad, too. I love - and miss - his gentle fun and open spirit. You're right, the phone is not the same.